A modern American classic, designed to be worn your way.
This American Dime coin necklace features a single genuine Roosevelt dime, carefully finished by hand and suspended from a sterling silver chain in our Cambridge workshop. Simple, meaningful, and quietly graphic, it’s a timeless everyday piece with a story behind it.
Introduced in 1946, the Roosevelt dime honours President Franklin D. Roosevelt and has become one of the most recognisable coins in U.S. history. The obverse features Roosevelt’s profile, while the reverse shows a torch flanked by an olive branch and oak leaves - symbols of liberty, peace, and strength.
Each necklace is assembled with intention, allowing you to choose which side of the coin you’d like to face forward when worn.
Matching earrings are designed to pair with this necklace and are automatically discounted when added to your order.
This piece can be upgraded with our Mintique of Cambridge luxury branded jewellery box, designed to complement the heritage nature of our jewellery and make the unboxing experience feel truly special. Perfect for gifting.
Please note: Images may show multiple necklaces to illustrate different designs. This listing is for one (1) necklace, made with the design you select.
Because of the way American dimes are minted, the reverse design is struck upside down in relation to the obverse.
For this reason, we offer two options so your necklace sits exactly as you’d like:
Option 1: Roosevelt Head Front Facing
The portrait of Roosevelt appears upright when worn.
Option 2: Torch Front Facing
The torch, olive branch and oak leaves appear upright when worn.
The jump ring is attached accordingly, ensuring your chosen design sits the right way up on the chain.
(Clear comparison images are included above to help you decide.)
Coin: Genuine American Roosevelt dime
Coin composition: Cupronickel (91.67% copper, 8.33% nickel)
Chain: Sterling silver
Pendant width: Approx. 0.75 inches (1.8cm)
Chain length options:
14 inches
16 inches
18 inches
20 inches
(Please note: overall necklace length is the chain length plus the height of the coin.)
Each coin shows natural variation in tone and patina, reflecting its life in circulation and adding to its character.
The Roosevelt dime is made from cupronickel, which contains nickel.
If you have a known nickel allergy or sensitivity, we gently recommend choosing one of our sterling silver sixpence necklaces, which are naturally nickel-free.
If you’re unsure, please feel free to get in touch - we’re always happy to advise.
Perfect for:
Lovers of American history and design
Minimalist, story-led jewellery
A thoughtful gift with subtle personalisation
As with all Mintique of Cambridge pieces, this necklace is made slowly and thoughtfully where heritage, craftsmanship, and quiet detail come together.
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Handmade in Cambridge, UK
All pieces are handcrafted by Katie in her Cambridge workshop - never mass-produced.
Sustainable Packaging
Thoughtfully packaged in recyclable materials with minimal waste.
Each piece from Mintique of Cambridge is handcrafted from genuine vintage coins - designed, made, and polished by hand in our Cambridge workshop. Discover the story behind our jewellery and the meaning it carries.
Each Mintique of Cambridge piece is handmade from genuine vintage coins, designed to be treasured for years to come. With a little care, your jewellery will stay as beautiful as the day it was made. Learn how to clean, store, and protect your coin jewellery.
We want you to love your jewellery but if something’s not quite right, we’ll make it right. You have 30 days after receiving your item to request a return. Find more information on our refund policy here.
Christmas returns extension:
All purchases made from 20th November automatically qualify for our extended Christmas returns period. You have until 31st January to return or exchange your item.
All our jewellery is handmade to order. We take pride in making every piece just right. More details about our shipping policy here.
Rings dispatched within 2 weeks of ordering.
Other jewellery within 2 weeks of purchase.
Custom orders up to 3 weeks depending on design and complexity - we will discuss this when ordering.
All items are handmade to order in our Cambridge UK workshop by me (Katie!). Learn more about the Mintique Of Cambridge story here.
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Necklaces: The easiest way to work out your preferred necklace size is to find a necklace you already wear and like the length of. Open it and measure clasp to clasp. This will give you the total length. Bear in mind if you are ordering a double coin necklace this will add to the over all length i.e ordering an 18 inch Sixpence double coin necklace will result in an overall length of 18 inches PLUS the width of the 2 coins.
Rings: Please place your order with your best guess. I always double check your ring size before sending your handmade ring to you - find out more about my Perfect Fit Method here.
